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    IB DP English A Examiner and Teacher - Literature, Language & Literature, Extended Essay; IGCSE, A-Level, AP Literature

    Originally from Canada, I hold an Hon. Bachelor of Arts degree in World Literature from the University of Toronto and am a seasoned IBDP English teacher with more than 15 years of international teaching experience in IB schools on three continents. In addition, I’ve worked as a college English and Communications lecturer and have served as the head of an English department at an IB World School in Europe.

    Currently, I am an active IB Diploma Examiner. My areas of specialization are:

    IBDP English A: Language and Literature (HL/SL)
    IBDP English A: Literature (HL/SL)
    IBDP English A: Extended Essay (all three categories)

    I also have experience teaching the IGCSE English/World Literature, A-Level Literature, and AP Literature courses and am a TESOL certified lecturer of IELTS and CAE preparation courses.

    Location

    Online via webcam

    General info

    Age:
    Teenagers (13-17 years old)
    Adults (18-64 years old)
    Student level:
    Beginner
    Intermediate
    Advanced
    Duration:
    60 minutes
    The class is taught in:English

    About Me

    I am a seasoned IBDP English A teacher and examiner with 15+ years of international teaching experience. Areas of expertise include IBDP English A Language and Literature courses as well as Extended Essay supervision. In addition, I also have experience teaching IGCSE, A-Level, and AP Literature courses. I love literature and excel at making the essay writing process a breeze! My approach is student-centred, and I tailor all of my lessons to suit each individual student's needs.

    Education

    - University of Toronto, Hon. Bachelor of Arts, World Literature, 2001-2005
    - IBICUS, IB DP Language A: Language & Literature (English) Certificate, 2015
    - Trinity College London, TESOL Certificate, 2008

    Experience / Qualifications

    2016-Present: IBDP Examiner for English A Literature and Extended Essay
    2005-Present: IB MYP and DP English A Teacher (also teaching IGCSE, A-Level, and AP off and on during this period)
    2008-2014: English and Communications College Lecturer

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